Charles Lewis Foundation

The Foundation funds thematic priorities including animal welfare, elderly people, health projects (such as childhood eye cancer support), local community initiatives, and young people. It supports specific projects, both new and ongoing, that demonstrate volunteer involvement and lasting benefits. The Foundation operates throughout England, focusing on small, grassroots organisations where modest grants can have significant impact. It supports both charities and voluntary bodies, as well as individuals, through project-specific funding. The Foundation emphasises volunteer-driven, low-cost entities with strong community engagement. It seeks to support projects that have a clear benefit to the community and involve volunteers in their delivery. The Foundation's thematic priorities reflect its commitment to supporting a wide range of charitable purposes, from animal welfare to youth development.

Eligible applicants include UK-registered charities, community groups, and individuals. The Foundation prioritises volunteer-driven, low-cost entities with strong community engagement and limited overheads. It supports projects benefiting elderly people, young people, health, and local communities. There is no religious restriction. Applicants should demonstrate a clear volunteer base and community involvement. The Foundation prefers smaller organisations over larger national charities. The Foundation operates throughout England and welcomes applications from organisations based in that area.

The Foundation does not fund core costs, capital builds, or statutory duties. It also avoids larger national charities or well-resourced issues, preferring to support modest grassroots projects where its grants can make a significant difference. The Foundation typically does not support projects that lack volunteer involvement or clear community benefit.

The Foundation welcomes unsolicited applications. It funds specific project needs that demonstrate volunteer involvement and lasting benefits. Grants are awarded for project-specific purposes rather than core costs. The Foundation seeks to make a significant impact with modest funding, targeting grassroots organisations where its support can be most effective.